Meet other local moms of children with Special Needs(2-4 of age) in South Bergen. We would like to get together to help each other,share experiences,socialize and have fun with our kids. Please consider joining us no matter the diagnosis. We should keep in mind that there are many children with special needs and we are not alone. This group will help us in our efforts and should be a great source and support

This group consists of professionals, parents and friends of high functioning children on the autism spectrum (and related disorders) who are dedicated to sharing information on best practices. We will explore topics in brain science, what institutes in NYC are offering best resources and what are the emerging trends in the field. We will invite speakers who can explain the various techniques and philosophies on therapeutic interventions. We can explore school/ camp options and the rationale beh …

As a psychotherapist and parenting coach for children and teens with Aspergers, I've noticed that there aren't enough ways for parents to connect with one another, and get the expert support they need. The purpose of this group is to empower parents of children with Aspergers, NVLD and other Executive Functioning concerns to get the support they need, a community of like minded parents, and the guidance of an expert. If you are interested in connecting with other parents, guidance in the CSE pro …

This somewhere we can talk and confide in each other!! You have questions, advice or even need to vent here is the place to do it. I would love to get together at least once a month so we can discuss and vent!!! I have looked high and low for a group in my area and I cant seem to find one!! So here I am screaming for help so I created my own group!!! Lets all help each other!!

if you live in the new york city area and are the proud parent (or sibling, or grandparent) of a child with mild or moderate cerebral palsy, then this group is for you! children of all ages welcome, but will focus on ages 2-10 for now. Let us empower each other and support one another in this lifetime of challenges for our children.  Together we can help strengthen our families who have loved ones with Cerebral Palsy.  We can make a difference for our children and their future.

The mission of the Gramercy School Parents and Friends Group is to provide a community where parents and guardians of children enrolled at the YAI Gramercy School can connect with each other, share resources and find support. This is a private group and information shared will not be made public. In addition to this online forum, we hold regular get-togethers so parents can meet in person. Please join us at one of our playdates, morning coffees or evening happy hours. This group also helps coord …

This group is for families affected by autism in the Queens, NY and surrounding areas as well as professionals in the field or anyone just interested in learning more about autism. This group is run by the Queens County Parents Autism Coalition, Inc. (QCPAC) is a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization run by parents of children affected by autism for parents of children affected by autism. We offer parent support, parent training and workshops, family events, play dates, adult only gatherings, and commu …

Advocating for Speical Kidz is a new meet-up group aimed to provide a forum for caregivers of children with speical needs to learn from and support one another as we provide enriching opportunities for our children.  We will meet on a regular basis to provide various topics of concern, guest speakers, social events and resources. Everyone has an unique experience that we can each learn from and build upon.  Come join us.

Parents in Transition Consultants work together as one community towards the common goal of ensuring that parents learn to maintain a healthy parenting relationship. This is an open forum for parents and educators to meet and discuss developing strategies for raising children. These courses will help you in learning effective parenting skills, improve your relationships with your children and co-parent(s), and also reinforce appropriate behavior in others.

Meet other Parents of Children with Bipolar Disorder. Gather for support, advice, and companionship.

This is a group for mothers of children with autism or related developmental disorders to get together and share experiences, resources and strategies for their children and support each other through a shared experience which can sometimes be very isolating. We will have our first meeting as soon as we have sufficient interest - 10+ members. I look forward to helping parents connect. PS: Although we are called "Moms of..", Dads are very welcome to join us.

This is a group for parents of children who are receiving some form of intervention (OT, PT, Speech, etc) and want a place to brainstorm and create fun activities that fit their unique lifestyle and interests but are still fulfilling their child's therapeutic needs. Ideally, it is a place where parents will share and learn how to do this on their own so that these necessary home activities are actually fun and interesting and a way for them to play together rather than become another burden of …

MyGOAL Autism exists to support Individuals and Families with Autism. We host family and Siblings support groups, Stress management programs, and Educational Conferences. Our mission is to restore hope through education and empowerment. If you are parent, caregiver or an individual with autism or a professional, you are invited to join us.

FFNY:Fathers, Grandfathers, male caregivers are all invited to attend our quarterly forums and events - "Just Dads" and "Dads & Kids". Check back for upcoming dates! Special Connections NY: (Postponed until Sch Yr 2013-2014, to focus on setting up FFNY) Meet other parents of children with special needs, regardless of diagnosis and age. Come to network with other caregivers and professionals. Our groups are quarterly, small and interactive. Coming Soon: 1) Our e-group for special ed and special …

My son has autism and I am struggling tremendously. I want to get together weekly with other people like me so we can all help each other cope.

This group will give legal support to divorcing parents of special needs children. Their issues are unique and yet some of them are common and we are here to help with legal questions and provide a comfortable place for parents to meet with others in a similar situation.

Whether you are hoping to learn more about parenting techniques, information about school, educational and community issues, or whether you are looking for your own support and self-care around caring for these sometimes difficult to parent children, this group is intended for you so come gain support and learn about the realities of parenting a child with autism or ADHD

We provide free social activities for children and adolescents diagnosed with autism spectrum, including Aspergers syndrome and pervasive developmental disability. All individuals must be accompanied by a parent, therapist or adult caregiver. This group provides an opportunity for individuals to participate in social activities planned specifically for them.

This is a group for anyone who cares for children and wants to help guide development, build skills, overcome challenges and inspire learning. Parents, teachers, grandparents, nannies and aunties welcome! Helping children maximize their potential for over 25 years.

This group is a group aimed to empower parents of special needs children. We will aim to eventually become a non-profit organization and get funding and grants to be able to give our members salaries. Funding will be available to provide needed resources for our children. Our interests are helping the parents to survive stress, emotional burnout, financial burnout, to empower them to fight for their children in educational, health and social settings. To lift the parents out of despair and despe …

This group is a play group and social club for families who have a baby, infant, or toddler from age 0 to 2 years old with special needs. Finding out your baby is special can be hard. It's a whole new world of doctors, Early intervention providers, meetings and IEPs. Lets not do this alone. We are hoping to meet once a week or as close as possible for play group with the the kids and monthly nights out just grown ups to decompress.

This is a support group for parents of children and teens with special needs. This group offers you a way to reduce your isolation and get support from other parents who understand the challenges and rewards of parenting a child with special needs.

Do you live in Ramsey or Saddle River and have a special needs child? Does your child have an IEP, IFSP, or a Section 504 Plan? Are you the parent of an adult child who once had one of those plans? Do you live out of district, but your child is schooled in either Ramsey or Saddle River? Come meet with us the fourth Monday of the month at 7:30pm at The Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 55 Wyckoff Avenue, Ramsey. This group is by parents and for parents. Together we define and meet our needs throug …

Our group is a Social Network for the Special Needs Community and their parents/guardians to come together to socialize with each other. There are scheduled events happening in New Jersey... Such as Dances, Movies, Beach Parties, Bowling, Parent Meetings, Support Group, etc. This is a private meetup site. It’s for families who still have a family member with Special Needs living with them. We want our meet up site to be a nice friendly atmosphere. We would like a picture of yourself or your fami …

“Let's get together for activities such as going to storytime at the library, having picnics, going to the park, playgrounds, and play dates in our homes, go to group classes that enhance our children's social skills, focus on occupational, speech and physiotherapy skills while having fun. We can also have events just for moms, mom's night-outs, dad's nights, movies, dinner, sibling nights and family outings… anything that looks like fun.”

I am a speech-language pathologist currently working in a private special needs school in New York City. My experience has taught me that the greatest hope we have in helping children and teens with special needs is working together - parents, educators, therapists, siblings, doctors. Though we are all in this together, many often feel isolated. Many do not have enough information on how to navigate the day-to-day as well as the future ahead. Many feel overwhelmed with too much information. I am …

This group is designed for anyone who has a child with a Language Disorder. We finally have a support group in New York City! These Meet-ups are designed as lectures, with guest speakers and support staff. Each month we will bring in lectures in the field of developmental delays to give a presentation with Q and A sessions. Looking forward to meeting you all!

This is a group for anyone who is a parent of a child with special needs. Ever felt alone, tired, and overwhelmed and that you wished you knew other parents who you could connect with and relate to? Have questions about available resources for your child and don't know where to start? The goal of this group is to provide parents with the support, resources, and friendship that will help them with their amazing children and in the process be the best mommies and daddies they can be!! We will …